Welcome to the online home of Deborah Swift, historical novelist. Before publishing her first novel Deborah worked as a set and costume designer for film and TV. She also developed a degree course in Theatre Arts at the Arden School of Theatre, where she taught scenography and the history of design. In 2007 she took an MA in Creative Writing at Lancaster University, and since then has juggled writing with teaching.

To get the bonus chapter for Past Encounters, just email me with the word BONUS in the subject box.

A DIVIDED INHERITANCE
'I was thoroughly gripped until the end of this exhilarating book. And I would highly recommend this swashbuckling tale of lace, swordsmen, Spanish dancing, spice and romance if you enjoy a historical novel with a difference' - Sixtyplussurfers magazine

SPIRIT OF THE HIGHWAY
'an intense and gripping tale about struggle with self, with love, with what is right and what is honourable' - History Undressed Blog

THE LADY'S SLIPPER
'Captivating...a very rich and luscious tapestry A Brilliant book.' - Karen Maitland, author of The Owl Killers

Upcoming Live Events

If you have already read PAST ENCOUNTERS and would like the bonus chapter, just email me, with the word BONUS and I’ll send it on to you.

Are you curious about how long it takes to write a book, how the editing is done or who designs the book covers? Have you ever wondered how to construct a historical novel? How much research to do, and how to decide what to put in or leave out?

Now is your chance to find out – do join me for my informal and lively talks about my books!